Fundamentals of Clothing Construction

FUNDAMENTALS OF CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION 3(1+2)

Lesson 2 : Sewing Equipment and Tools

Sewing threads

Sewing thread is an integral component of the garment though it is often invisible. Typically, the cost of thread is less than 5% of the retail selling price of the garment but 50% of the responsibility of the garment’s performance is dependent on sewing thread.

A wide variety of threads from cotton, polyester, polycot to rayon are available for varied uses. It is customary to use cotton thread or cotton materials and polyester or polycot thread for synthetics. Rayon threads are used for embroidery work.